Kristin Whalen
The Home Depot, Hadley, MA Kristin started in the home design industry as a visual merchandiser before turning her passion for kitchen and bath design into a successful career. It is Kristin’s greatest pleasure to inspire her clients to live well and to live in style. Kristin has been a remarkable asset in organizing and promoting in-store clinics and events. Staying up-to-date on current trends and innovations is something Kristin attributes to her success. She is currently working towards her AKBD certification.
Robert Willis
Whitehaus Collection, West Haven, CT Robert Willis has been working in the kitchen and bath industry since 2007. He currently holds the title of Marketing Director, to which he was promoted three years ago. He oversees the company’s Art and Marketing departments and has made it a mission to push the company’s online presence and use of new technologies. He has been instrumental to the implementation of the luxury brand’s visual, print and online image. Willis holds a Bachelor’s degree in management as well as multiple Information Technology Certifications through the USAF.
Kristi Wittmann
Inside Outside, Gulfport, MS Kristi graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Interior Design from NKBA-Accredited University of Southern Mississippi. She graduated at the top of her class and received the NKBA “Outstanding Student Award.” Kristi was hired as an assistant designer and receptionist at Inside Outside and was promoted to showroom manager and head of sales and design. One of the most exciting things to Kristi about being in the kitchen and bath industry is the ability to take an idea or concept that a homeowner has and bring it to life.
Megan B. Zimny, AKBD The Kitchen & Floor Shoppe, Beardstown, IL Megan Zimny is the owner of The Kitchen & Floor Shoppe, located in Beardstown, IL. Her business is founded upon her passion for design, creative design solutions, and hands-on service. Megan received her Bachelors of Fine Arts Degree in Interior Design and later earned her AKBD certification. Megan also co-designed a showroom display that was awarded second place in the 2008 NKBA Art of the Industry Design Competition.
NKBA would like to congratulate all of the 30 under 30 delegates. Your hard work and determination has not gone unnoticed. We look forward to following your careers and wish you much success. Platinum Sponsor
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